qRecon Flex: Raspberry Pi HAT with Variable & Replaceable Relay Type
The qRecon Flex is the most versatile 4-channel relay HAT for your Raspberry Pi. Its unique design supports interchangeable relays, allowing you to choose the perfect type from various manufacturers to fit your specific needs. With configurable GPIO selection and the option for Active High/Active Low control, it's the only module you'll need to power any project with confidence.
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The Objective Behind qRecon Flex
Our goal with the qRecon was to create a professional-grade relay module that puts safety and reliability first. We noticed that many existing solutions lack the features needed for demanding projects. We built it to be a robust and flexible tool that you can rely on to control high-power devices with absolute confidence, providing the peace of mind that comes with a truly trusted solution.
Design Choices for qRecon Flex
Endless Customization.
Compatible with a wide range of relay types and manufacturers for ultimate flexibility.
Built for Longevity
Relays are easily replaceable, ensuring your module outlasts other fixed-relay solutions.
Configurable Control Logic
Easily switch between Active High and Active Low with a simple jumper setting.
Flexible GPIO Selection
Choose between two GPIO groups to best fit your project and avoid conflicts with other add-on boards.
From Factor
For easy assembly, qUPS has HAT form factor. Simply connect it via the 40 pin header.
Stackability
Pins on the connector are long ones, all can be accessed from the top of the product.
Reliable Connection
Massive, soldered pin header for power and signal connection. Pogo pins are not reliable.
GPIO Communication
Easy programming. Avoid extra load on capacitance limited I2C bus. 4 GPIO ports for communication.
Optical Isolation
Optically isolated channels safeguard your Raspberry Pi from electrical noise and damage.
Zero Firmware
Everything is done by hardware.
qRecon Flex - Compatible Relays
The compatible 5V DC relays fit one of the two dimensional specifications detailed below, which include front, side, and footprint measurements. All units are in mm:
SPDT/DPDT type relays
Bottom view
SPST/DPST type relays
Bottom view
Examples of Compatible Relay Models
Omron
G2RL-1A-E(-ASI, -HA, -PW1) DC5 (SPST/16A)
G2RL-1-E(-ASI, -HA, -PW1) DC5 (SPDT/16A)
G2RL-1A-E-CV(-HA) DC5 (SPST/16A)
G2RL-2A(-HA, -PW1) DC5 (DPST/8A)
G2RL-2(-ASI, -HA, -PW1) DC5 (DPDT/8A)
G2RL-1A4-E DC5 (SPST/16A)
G2RL-14-E DC5 (SPDT/16A)
G5RL-1A-E(-LN, -HR, -TV8) DC5 (SPST/16A)
G5RL-1-E DC5 (SPDT/16A)
G5RL-1-E-HR DC5 (SPDT/16A)
Finder
40.51.9.005.xxxx (SPDT/10A)
40.52.9.005.xxxx (DPDT/8A)
40.61.9.005.xxxx (SPDT/16A)
TE Connectivity / Schrack
RT314005F (SPDT/16A)
RT42x005x (DPDT/8A)
RTD14005F (SPDT/16A)
RTE2x005x (DPDT/8A)
RTSxx005x (SPST/16A)
RZx3-1Ax-D005x (SPST/16A)
RZx3-1Cx-D005x (SPDT/16A)
qRecon Flex User Interface and Indicators
1 - Raspberry Pi 2x20 pin connector
2 - Relay sockets
3 - DIP Switch: setup GPIO ports, Active level (H/L)
4 - Relay 3 & 4 output connector
5 - Relay 1 & 2 output connector
Technical Specs of the qRecon Flex
Physical parameters
- Form factor
- Raspberry Pi HAT
- Dimensions
- 65x56x23 mm + 11mm header
- Stackable
Outputs
- Number of outputs
- 4
- Output type
- Relay
- Relay type
- Depend
- Max AC voltage
- Depend
- Max DC voltage
- Depend
- Max NO current
- Depend
- Max NC current
- Depend
Connectors
- Connection type
- Terminal block
- Vibration resistant
Communication
- Method
- GPIO ports
- Used GPIO ports
- 4
- GPIO groups
- 2 options
Safety
- Optical isolation
Software
- Control software
- C++ & Python
qRecon Flex Manuals & Resources
GithubqRecon Flex Gallery
